tagged w/ HR 669
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Jim Maddy, the CEO and president of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the official zoo and aquarium accreditation organization in the United States, sent this letter to those who are fighting HR 669.Jim Maddy, the CEO and president of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, the... more
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Yesterday, this letter became publicly available, so I am publishing it here for you to read, especially because the letter raises important points that must be considered if this resolution is to be taken seriously.Yesterday, this letter became publicly available, so I am publishing it here for you... more
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This is the link to the archived webcast of the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife Legislative Hearing on H.R. 669.This is the link to the archived webcast of the Subcommittee on Insular Affairs,... more
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Let's watch the legislative process in action, live audio or streaming video: Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, Oceans and Wildlife Legislative Hearing on H.R. 669.Let's watch the legislative process in action, live audio or streaming video:... more
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Despite the fact that HR 669 proposes to prevent additional invasions by exotic species -- a reasonable and laudable objective -- a careful reading of this bill reveals that it will fail to achieve its stated goal. As written, HR 669 is misguided and will cause more harm than good.Despite the fact that HR 669 proposes to prevent additional invasions by exotic... more
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This morning, I was sent a copy of the letter written by Bud Ris, the President and CEO of the New England Aquarium, regarding their official position on HR 669. I was given permission to share the text of the letter, which appears here, verbatim.This morning, I was sent a copy of the letter written by Bud Ris, the President and... more
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Feel free to download, email, print and distribute or post this fact sheet among your friends, colleagues, and the pet stores that you patronize.Feel free to download, email, print and distribute or post this fact sheet among your... more
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This streaming video discusses the potential ramifications of HR 669 if this resolution is passed into law. HR 669 is being heard in the House of Representatives on 23 April, so we must call, write, email and FAX our representatives and tell them to VOTE NO on HR 669!This streaming video discusses the potential ramifications of HR 669 if this... more
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